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Croissants with almond filling, topped with sliced almonds and powdered sugar.

Puff pastry croissants

These puff pastry croissants are a quick and easy way to enjoy bakery-style treats at home. With minimal effort, you can create perfectly flaky, golden-brown croissants filled with a moist and flavorful almond filling.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 croissants
Calories: 231kcal
Author: Anna

Equipment

  • Digital kitchen scale
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Pizza Cutter or a large sharp knife
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry 9” by 14” (23cm by 35cm)
  • 25 g unsalted butter softened
  • 25 g white granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg whisked in a small bowl
  • 25 g almond flour
  • ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • Almond slices for topping
  • Powdered sugar for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425F (220C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unfold the puff pastry sheet on a work surface. Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough into 8 triangles and separate them. Place them in the fridge while preparing the almond filling.
  • In a bowl, add the butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is well combined and fluffy.
  • Add half of the whisked egg (reserve the other half for the egg wash) and whisk until fully incorporated.
  • Add the almond flour and all-purpose flour, then fold them in using a rubber spatula.
  • Take one puff pastry triangle out of the fridge and place it on a work surface. Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of almond filling evenly over the triangle.
  • Roll the croissant from the short side of the triangle towards the tip. The croissant should be rolled tightly but not so much that the layers are compressed.
  • Place the croissant on the baking sheet with the pointed tip tucked underneath. Gently press on top of the croissant to secure its shape. Repeat with the remaining triangles.
  • Brush the croissants with the reserved whisked egg and sprinkle the tops with sliced almonds.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool before dusting with powdered sugar. Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven to make them crisp again.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week.
To freeze, shape but do not bake the croissants, then store for up to 2 months. Alternatively, bake them first, let them cool completely, and then freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Puff pastry croissants
Serving Size
 
1 croissant
Amount per Serving
Calories
231
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
16
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
 
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
27
mg
9
%
Sodium
 
84
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
28
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
18
g
6
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
 
108
IU
2
%
Calcium
 
14
mg
1
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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